Episode 3 and Episode 4 of Love, Take Two deliver some of the drama’s most emotional and heartwarming moments so far—blending raw confessions, community warmth, and a surprise twist that promises to shake everything up.
Where to Watch: Love, Take Two airs every Monday and Tuesday at 20:50 KST on tvN in South Korea. International viewers can stream it on Viki and Wavve (availability may vary by region).
Episode 3: “Stay By My Side”
Episode 3 opens with a heartfelt flashback to 1998, revealing the painful moment when Ji-an’s mother decided to leave for Vietnam. This old wound still lingers in Ji-an’s heart, shaping her relationship with her daughter, Hyo-ri. The emotional tension escalates when Hyo-ri, battling an aggressive brain tumor, tells Ji-an about her condition.
Ji-an immediately drops everything to rush to the seaside village where Hyo-ri is staying. But this isn’t just a tearful reunion—it’s complicated. While Ji-an wants to be there for her daughter, the years of distance and misunderstandings between them create a wall neither can easily cross.
One of the most moving moments comes when Hyo-ri, despite her health, decides to join a surfing session. Her persistence to stand on the board—surrounded by laughter and the sound of crashing waves—is a quiet but powerful victory. It’s a reminder that even in hardship, small moments of joy matter.
Of course, the village gossip machine can’t stay silent. Locals begin speculating about Ji-an’s closeness with Jeong-seok after seeing them working on renovations together. The humor in these scenes provides a much-needed break from the heavier emotions.
The turning point comes during a heated argument between Ji-an and Hyo-ri. Hyo-ri accuses her mother of abandoning her job just because she’s sick, while Ji-an admits her biggest fear—failing as a mother when time is running out. The raw honesty in this confrontation is what makes this drama so compelling. By the end, they share a moment of rare vulnerability, holding on to each other in the face of uncertainty.
Episode 4: “Given Up On, but Embraced”
Episode 4 shifts into a more hopeful tone. Ji-an decides to renovate an abandoned seaside mansion into a new home for her and Hyo-ri. The project becomes more than just construction—it’s a way for them to rebuild their relationship brick by brick.
Together with Bo-hyeon and Tae-oh, they start working on the house. The laughter shared during these moments, including a cheeky joke referencing Kingdom, feels natural and warm. You can sense the walls between mother and daughter slowly coming down.
Hyo-ri also finds support in her friend Sook, confiding about her illness in a quiet, tender moment. Meanwhile, Ji-an reconnects with her old construction crew. Seeing them respect and admire her in a male-dominated industry adds another layer to her character—showing her as both strong and deeply human.
The lighter scenes, like Hyo-ri playing on the beach with Bo-hyeon or helping out at the flower farm, bring a sense of serenity. These peaceful slices of life contrast beautifully with the looming shadow of her illness.
Just as things seem to be settling into a hopeful rhythm, the episode delivers its biggest twist yet. While Ji-an and Hyo-ri admire their nearly completed home, a familiar figure arrives unannounced—Moon-hee, Ji-an’s estranged mother. Her sudden return is both shocking and unsettling, hinting at old wounds that are about to be reopened.
The beauty of these two episodes lies in their balance. Episode 3 gives us the emotional storm—conflict, honesty, and catharsis—while Episode 4 offers calm seas, only to stir them again with Moon-hee’s dramatic entrance.
The chemistry between Yum Jung-ah (Ji-an) and Choi Yoon-ji (Hyo-ri) continues to shine. Their performances make every confrontation, laugh, and tear feel authentic. The supporting characters, from meddling neighbors to loyal friends, enrich the world of Love, Take Two, making it more than just a mother-daughter story—it’s a community of imperfect but caring people.
Episodes 3 and 4 of Love, Take Two are a testament to the show’s ability to handle emotional depth with grace. They remind us that healing is rarely a straight path—it’s messy, tender, and often interrupted by life’s unpredictable turns.
If you’ve been enjoying the slow-burn emotional storytelling, these episodes are a must-watch. They leave you with both a full heart and a sense of anticipation for what’s next—especially with Moon-hee’s sudden return threatening to disrupt the fragile peace Ji-an and Hyo-ri are starting to build.
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